Israeli Supreme Court's rejection of legislative control over the judiciary ends a far-right government's efforts to diminish the courts. The decision deepened the cultural war in Israeli politics, with the government appealing to wartime unity to downplay their loss. However, the ruling is unlikely to impact the conduct of the war. It's seen as crucial to Israel's future identity and democracy. The decision is viewed as a balancing act by some and a challenge to the status quo by others, reflecting the divide over the kind of state Israel will be. It's also expected to influence Prime Minister Netanyahu's political survival and his government's future actions. The ruling has intensified the ongoing tensions between those seeking a diplomatic solution and those favoring the status quo. It's perceived as an accelerator for the far-reaching designs of a far-right government, potentially shaping the nature of Israel. Netanyahu is likely to use the ruling to maintain his coalition and counter international criticisms, particularly related to the conflict in Gaza. The call for unity and the claim that the court ruling undermines the war effort are seen as politically savvy but also cynical. The decision is positioned as conflicting with the people's desire for unity during wartime. The subtext of the criticism suggests a prolonged war and a resistance to any unwanted changes until its conclusion.